Click here to read Part I of this article Small choices we make every day can have a major impact on our overall health and wellbeing. While there are countless lists online of seemingly simple habits to develop, medical, social and psychological changes normal in the aging process can make… read more
Small choices we make every day can have a major impact on our overall health and wellbeing. While there are countless lists online of seemingly simple habits to develop, medical, social and psychological changes normal in the aging process can make these adaptations difficult to achieve. The following blog outlines… read more
Retirement means an opportunity for older adults to leave the grind of work and finally enjoy some free time, but it also creates a tough question to crack: How are you going to fill up all those free hours? An unstructured day can be relaxing from time to time, but… read more
Modern technology allows older adults to stay more connected with family and friends than ever before, but learning how to use a computer, tablet, or smartphone can be an intimidating task for those with little prior experience. Fortunately, seniors do not need to go it alone when it comes to… read more
Malnutrition occurs when a person’s body does not receive the proper nutrients to function. While malnutrition is a serious health concern at any age, older people are hit particularly hard by the effects of malnutrition, leading to increased fall risks, slower recovery times from wounds and illnesses, and an increased… read more
We continue to serve New York families during the COVID-19 pandemic, following all safety precautions mandated at the state and city-level. All caregivers on staff are required to be fully vaccinated and booster shots continue to be strongly encouraged. Updated COVID-19 information is distributed to all staff via monthly newsletters,… read more
Like the rest of our bodies, our brains change with age. Fortunately, there is a growing understanding of not only how our brains change as we age, but good habits we can develop to preserve cognitive function in our older years. Cognitive Health and Aging Our bodies naturally become a… read more
Asking for help can be hard. As we age, our self-esteem is closely tied to personal independence, meaning that asking for help also means acknowledging that we are getting older. Fortunately, solutions exist. A well-crafted home health care plan can allow an older adult to remain comfortable, safe, and happy… read more
For many Americans, their local pharmacist is the most common point of contact with their larger healthcare network, however this resource often goes underused by many older adults. In this blog, we will review five ways your local pharmacist can assist an older adult beyond filling your prescriptions. Why focus… read more
May 1, 2022, marks SelectCare’s 37th anniversary and serves as an opportunity for us to reflect on all the incredible people who we have met during this journey. SelectCare was founded with the belief that getting to know our clients and caregivers is a key step to creating successful home… read more
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